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Joy Online
… Here is the full draw with highlights on Africa’s representatives: GROUP A: Poland, Argentina, Mexico and Benin GROUP B: Brazil, Tanzania, Canada and England GROUP C: France, South Korea, Ecuador and Ghana GROUP D: Japan, New Zealand, USA and Italy GROUP E: Korea DPR, Portugal, C …
2026 U20 WWC: Black Princesses drawn in Group, face France, South Korea and EcuadorThe Ghanaian Times
… Ghana will begin its World Cup journey against Panama on June 17, before taking on European heavyweights, England, on June 23 and Croatia on June 27 in what promises to be a tough but exciting group-stage campaign. …
Black Stars Mgt C’ttee calls on Chief ImamThe Ghanaian Times
… England on June 27. It will also host a game in the round of 32, the round of 16 and the World Cup final. …
Price of World Cup bus in New York reduced after fan outcryJoy Online
… Thomas Concannon, leader of the Football Supporters’ Association England fan group, previously criticised “astronomical” event pricing – which he described as “completely out of the norm”. …
World Cup transport prices cut after fan backlashDaily Guide
… The Black Sars have been drawn in Group L with England, Panama and Croatia. The post Ghana Secures Right To Broadcast 2026 World Cup Matches appeared first on DailyGuide Network.
Ghana Secures Right To Broadcast 2026 World Cup MatchesBusiness & Financial Times
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Digital Innovation Awards marks 15th anniversary on July 3Joy Online
… Ghana have been drawn in Group L at the 2026 World Cup alongside England, Croatia, and Panama. …
Oscar Naasei makes strong case ahead of Black Stars World Cup auditionJoy Online
… Election losses Labour lost almost 1,500 councillors in local elections across England amid a surge for Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, with the Greens also eating into the party’s support in London and other urban areas. …
Starmer to promise bolder action as leadership threats mountJoy Online
… I will never forget this moment.” Barcelona and England forward Marcus Rashford, who scored the side’s first goal, praised Flick for his strength. …
Flick grateful for support after father’s deathJoy Online
… The results in England, Scotland and Wales have piled pressure on Sir Keir, with some Labour MPs calling for him to set a timetable for his departure, although his cabinet allies have backed him for now. …
Starmer under pressure, as Labour suffers heavy election lossesJordan Ayew has called on Ghanaians to pray and support the national team as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, describing their opening matches against Panama, England and Croatia as "massive games" and expressing confidence that public support could inspire the team to success.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Jordan Ayew has called on Ghanaians to pray and support the national team as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, describing their opening matches against Panama, England and Croatia as "massive games" and expressing confidence that public support could inspire the team to success.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Sports and Foreign Affairs ministries are engaging with Canadian immigration authorities to challenge a visa refusal for midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the Black Stars' World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto. Partey faces charges of seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in London, which he has pleaded not guilty to; Canada cited this in refusing him entry, though FIFA stated it does not oversee host country visa decisions.
4 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
British forces have seized the Russian oil tanker Smyrtos, which was sailing under a Cameroon flag and attempting to transit the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the operation "delivers yet another blow to Russia" and hampers funding for Russia's war in Ukraine.
5 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Former England manager Gareth Southgate says he turned down work as a World Cup pundit because he did not think it would be "helpful" to the national team's chances. Southgate, who resigned after England lost the Euro 2024 final to Spain, said he wanted to "keep out of the way" to avoid any misconstrued comments being thrown at the team at press conferences.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
Daichi Kamada's late header earned Japan a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup match in Dallas, after the teams traded goals in a second-half thriller.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ministry of Sports and Recreation has called on FIFA to intervene after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada, making him unavailable for Ghana's World Cup Group L opener against Panama on 17 June. The Ministry argues that all qualified nations should have access to their eligible players throughout the competition.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has formally protested Canada's refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Teye Partey entry for the nation's opening World Cup match against Panama, citing pending criminal proceedings in the UK. Ghana has characterized the decision as "high-handed and extremely unfair" and is pursuing diplomatic engagements with Canadian authorities to overturn it.
13 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged Ghanaians to support the team as Ghana prepares for three group-stage matches against Panama, England, and Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ayew said the squad is motivated to make the nation proud despite acknowledging the challenge ahead.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team has arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, for the final phase of preparation ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, with Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's squad set to resume training on Friday before their opening Group L match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England manager Thomas Tuchel appears likely to field Jude Bellingham in the No 10 role for the World Cup opener against Croatia, based on the team's starting lineup in a 3-0 warm-up win over Costa Rica. Morgan Rogers is expected to be benched in favour of Bellingham for the tournament's start.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is seeking a review of Canada's denial of a visa to Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the Black Stars' opening World Cup match against Panama in Toronto. Sports Minister Kofi Adams says the government has engaged the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to challenge the decision, while Partey remains eligible for Ghana's other group matches.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Thomas Partey's refusal of entry to Canada highlights Section 36 of Canada's Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, which can bar people facing criminal charges—even without conviction—if the conduct allegedly occurred outside Canada. For domestic matters, a conviction is required; for foreign conduct, officers need only "reasonable grounds to believe" criminal activity occurred.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup tournament opener against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, though he may be eligible to play in subsequent group matches in the United States. Partey, who faces multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK, was included in Ghana's squad but cannot travel to Canada after his visa application was refused by the Canadian government.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto; his visa application was refused by the Canadian government. Partey, facing multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK to which he has pleaded not guilty, remains eligible to play in Ghana's subsequent matches in the United States.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, to continue final preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, with Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's squad set to face Panama, England, and Croatia in Group L.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has declared the Black Stars are ready and focused ahead of their first group match against Panama on June 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ati-Zigi, who is set to represent Ghana at his second successive World Cup, praised the team's unity and new coach Carlos Queiroz's experience.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has called on Ghanaians to unite behind the Black Stars as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup, stating the team represents the nation's aspirations and deserves unwavering support. Mensah urged focus on encouraging players rather than criticism, and emphasized that success will depend on team unity and the squad's ability to work together effectively.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, to finalize preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they will open Group L play against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, followed by matches against England and Croatia.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England midfielder Jude Bellingham has emphasised the need for players to "feel loved" as the team prepares for the World Cup in North America this summer. Bellingham, who was part of the Euro 2024 final squad, acknowledged that the group did not connect as well as it could have during the Euros and says there is a different feel around the camp now.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon has paid for DStv subscriptions at viewing centres and deployed giant screens at six locations across the constituency for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. He has also engaged 13 kenkey sellers to provide free meals of kenkey and Ghana fish for constituents watching the Ghana matches.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana scored 23 goals in 10 World Cup qualifiers, seven from set-pieces, under the guidance of Belgian set-piece coach Gregory De Grauwe. The team has refined its attacking set-pieces by targeting the back post where centre-backs Alexander Djiku and Mohammed Salisu are stationed, while also improving defensive organisation at set-pieces.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has dismissed allegations that the Ghana Football Association influenced head coach Carlos Queiroz's selection of the 26-man Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating he has no evidence of GFA interference. The exclusions of players such as Joseph Paintsil and Derrick Köhn sparked debate among supporters and pundits about possible external influence.
11 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
UK National Health Service data for May 2026 shows an average of 2,241 patients per day treated in accident and emergency corridors and 669 in makeshift spaces across English hospitals, intensifying concerns about overcrowding and the impact of bed shortages on patient safety and care quality.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has begun collecting details from Ghanaians abroad who want to attend Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on June 17 but lack tickets. The government secured 1,000 World Cup tickets for Ghanaians living abroad to ensure strong support for the Black Stars during the tournament.
11 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
England manager Thomas Tuchel said his team are not among the leading title contenders for the World Cup due to not winning the tournament since 1966, though he believes they are in good shape and can compete for the trophy at the June 11 to July 19 tournament.
11 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Manchester United await Barcelona's decision on whether to trigger a £26m clause to make Marcus Rashford's loan move permanent by June 15. Speculation suggests Barcelona may not complete the signing, potentially leaving Rashford in a difficult position given his lucrative contract running until 2028.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino told journalists to "chill, relax" about controversies surrounding the 2026 World Cup, including a Somali referee's refusal of entry to the United States, an Iraqi player's questioning at Chicago airport, and Iran's forced base relocation and visa denials. Infantino described the referee's rejection as merely "unfortunate" and defended US President Donald Trump as essential to hosting the tournament.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Researchers from University College London found that children who were smacked saw their likelihood of failing to achieve five pass grades at GCSE level increase by 5.7 percentage points, and 14-year-olds who experienced physical punishment in early childhood were 33% more likely to engage in risky behaviours including bullying.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
European super-agent Goran Milovanovic told Asempa FM he believes Ghana will not advance beyond the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing insufficient time for coach Carlos Queiroz to implement his ideas and predicting draws or losses against Panama, England, and Croatia.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has begun efforts to help Ghanaians abroad secure tickets to support the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Ghana High Commission in Canada is collecting details from diaspora supporters interested in attending Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on June 17.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →